Even those who have little space can use a few tips to create an emergency supply for a possible disaster.
What does the federal government recommend?
One of the most important tips for creating an emergency supply even when there is little space is to clear out.
Sort out everything you no longer need and make room for the food you need to survive, say, for two weeks.
When making your food supply list, make sure that you store the stocks you have in such a way that you use up those whose sell-by date expires first.
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Even with little space, you can create an emergency supply for when things get serious.
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Anyone who fills the purchased groceries into space-saving packaging made of plastic, such as Tupperware, or storage jars kills two birds with one stone: Firstly, you can dispose of the original packaging and thus save space.
Secondly, you protect the supplies from pests, because moths and other unwelcome guests can cavort in paper packaging, for example.
Read here how to best store fruit and vegetables.
Places to stock up when you're short on space you may not have thought of
Under the bed:
For example, there are storage options on wheels that you can slide under your bed.
In this way, the emergency supplies are well stowed away and yet easily accessible.
On cabinets:
Cupboards - for example in the kitchen or in the living room - often hang at a height that is easy for people to reach.
However, valuable storage space is lost in the cupboards, which can be used in an emergency, especially if there is little space for the supply.
In empty suitcases or holdalls:
Normally, you probably only fill your suitcases or travel bags when you travel.
But if, for example, there is no holiday in winter and you do not need your luggage, you can also store supplies in it for emergencies so that you are prepared and have everything at home should a disaster occur.
Where is the best place to store your supplies in case of a disaster?
It is best to store your supplies for emergencies in such a way that they are protected from heat and direct sunlight on the one hand and high humidity on the other.
Store your emergency food in a dry, dark and cool place.
Well packaged food will last longer in case of an emergency.
Do not refreeze these foods once they have been thawed
Do not refreeze these foods once they have been thawed
The federal government has compiled the following list of how to stock up
First of all, the Federal Office for Civil Protection and Disaster
Assistance advises the
federal government to create an emergency supply of food and drink for ten days.
In general, a little stock is better than no stock.
Tips from the federal government: food supply list, what you should have at home in the event of a disaster
Two liters of fluid per day per person
2200 calories per day per person
Be aware of allergies, food intolerances, individual preferences/tastes
If necessary, don't forget baby food and pets
Source: www.bbk.bund.de/DE/Warnung-Vorsorge/Vorsorge/Bevorraten/bevorraten
It is also advisable to stock up on the necessary medication in case of an emergency.
You should also have a certain amount of cash at home in case of a disaster - the cash should be stored properly and safely.
Food supply list: what do I need to have at home in the event of a disaster?
The
Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR)
recommends storing the following food at home as an emergency supply in case of an emergency:
pasta
rice
sugar
honey
Salt
brandy vinegar
water (in glass bottles)
Canned food (vegetables, fish, bread, convenience products)
pickled vegetables in a jar
cooked meat in a jar
Coffee (vacuum packed)
crispbread
flour
tea
dried spices
dried fruit
dried legumes
cooking oil
Long life milk
eggs
clarified butter
Hard cheese in one piece
potatoes
onions
Source: www.ndr.de/ratgeber/ Verbraucher/Notfall-Vorrat-anlegen-Welche-Lebensmittel-eigen-sich,lebensmittel704.html
With this food supply list of what you should have at home in the event of a disaster, you will certainly survive more than two weeks in an emergency, provided you are physically fit enough to survive a crisis.
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